Ischemic hepatitis

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Ischemic Hepatitis

Ischemic hepatitis (pronounced: is-KEE-mik heh-puh-TIE-tis), also known as shock liver, is a condition characterized by injury to the liver due to insufficient blood flow. The term "ischemic" derives from the Greek words "ischs" meaning restriction and "hema" meaning blood, while "hepatitis" comes from the Greek "hepar" meaning liver and "-itis" denoting inflammation.

Causes

Ischemic hepatitis is typically caused by severe systemic hypotension, a condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is abnormally low. This can occur due to various reasons such as heart failure, septic shock, or hemorrhagic shock.

Symptoms

The symptoms of ischemic hepatitis can vary, but often include jaundice, fatigue, and abdominal pain. In severe cases, it can lead to liver failure.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of ischemic hepatitis is typically made based on clinical findings, history of recent significant hypotension, and laboratory tests showing a rapid increase in serum aminotransferase levels.

Treatment

Treatment of ischemic hepatitis primarily involves addressing the underlying cause of the reduced blood flow to the liver. This may involve medications to increase blood pressure, treatment of heart failure, or antibiotics for septic shock.

Prognosis

The prognosis of ischemic hepatitis largely depends on the severity of the underlying cause and the patient's overall health. In some cases, if the cause of the low blood flow can be corrected, the liver can recover completely.

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